President Pranab Mukherjee has expressed condolence over the death of veteran Ambedkarite and former Governor of Kerala, Sikkim and Bihar R.S. Gavai. In a message to his wife, Mrs Kamal Gavai, Mr Mukherjee said, he is sad to learn about the passing away of Mr Gavai. <br/><br/>Mr Gavai served as Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha from 1998 to 2000 and Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha from 2000 to 2006. Mr Mukherjee said, Mr Gavai was a close associate of Dr BR Ambedkar and the nation will always remember his valuable contributions.